Publications

Survey for rare bryophytes at proposed management sites, W.A. Switzer Provincial Park, Alberta

Description

The main objective of the spring and summer bryophyte surveys was to document the occurrence of rare species at several sites in William A. Switzer Provincial Park and to mitigate possible damage... More ≫

Description

The main objective of the spring and summer bryophyte surveys was to document the occurrence of rare species at several sites in William A. Switzer Provincial Park and to mitigate possible damage as a result of trail maintenance activities, including the creation of new trail segments, mechanical brushing and gravelling, and site clearing.

Tags

Trees & forests field study planning guide

Description

Welcome to the teacher’s planning and activity package for Tree-Tales. This half-day program was developed to offer students a natural environment experience that supports both the Grade 6 Alberta... More ≫

Description

Welcome to the teacher’s planning and activity package for Tree-Tales. This half-day program was developed to offer students a natural environment experience that supports both the Grade 6 Alberta Elementary Science Curriculum Topic: Trees and Forests and the mandate of Alberta Parks: • Preservation – to preserve in perpetuity a network of parks and protected areas that represent the diversity of the province’s natural heritage as well as related cultural heritage. • Heritage appreciation – to provide opportunities to explore, understand and appreciate the natural heritage of Alberta, and enhance public awareness and our relationship to and dependence on it. • Outdoor recreation – to provide a variety of natural landscape dependent outdoor recreation opportunities and related facilities and services. • Heritage tourism – to encourage residents and visitors to the province to discover and enjoy the natural heritage of Alberta through a variety of outdoor recreation and nature based...

Tags

Research to inform : legislative review of the Amusements Act

Description

This report summarizes research undertaken to inform enhancements to the Amusements Act in relation to both film classification and ticket re-sales.

Tags

Vegetation and rare plant surveys of ten sites selected for maintenance/construction projects : W.A. Switzer Provincial Park

Description

No rare plant species or special plant communities were observed during the spring rare vascular plant survey. Two potentially rare species observed along the Jarvis Lake Trails should be... More ≫

Description

No rare plant species or special plant communities were observed during the spring rare vascular plant survey. Two potentially rare species observed along the Jarvis Lake Trails should be rechecked later in the season to determine to the species level. The level of confidence in locating rare plants is a function of the time spent searching, plus appropriate season. The late May 2007 rare plant survey was early for detection of rare plant species; most flowering plants were just emerging from the ground and early-flowering species such as willows were in some cases, not even out yet in leaf. None of the habitats encountered were considered unique or unusual, based on the literature review, expected and known element occurrences in the project area or region, plus professional judgement by the botanist conducting the rare plant survey. Recommended mitigation measures are indicated by site, in the aforementioned sections.

Tags

Miquelon Lake provincial park rare bryophyte and lichen survey

Description

Miquelon Lake Provincial Park is a high use park in the Edmonton region and most of the campground and office infrastructure was very old and run down. As a result, Miquelon is undergoing a major... More ≫

Description

Miquelon Lake Provincial Park is a high use park in the Edmonton region and most of the campground and office infrastructure was very old and run down. As a result, Miquelon is undergoing a major capital upgrade with the addition of a new park centre. Most of the work within the strict Facility Zone has already been done or is underway, with little disturbance to natural vegetation. However, there are other areas of the park planned to be disturbed where native vegetation (including bryophytes and lichens) may include species listed on ANHIC Tracking Lists. This focused bryophyte and lichen survey was conducted to determine if such rare species do exist within the proposed footprints so that disturbance can be avoided or at least the impact mitigated.

Tags

Kakwa Wildland Park : Rocky ridges and sparkling waters

Description

Kakwa Wildland Park, located approximately 160 kilometres southwest of Grande Prairie, is a remote, rugged place of incredible beauty with tree-carpeted valleys, swift clear creeks and high... More ≫

Description

Kakwa Wildland Park, located approximately 160 kilometres southwest of Grande Prairie, is a remote, rugged place of incredible beauty with tree-carpeted valleys, swift clear creeks and high mountain ridges. This fact sheet provides information on the cultural history of the area, describes summer and winter recreation opportunities in the park, and lists things to keep in mind when visiting the park, including tips no bear safety.

Tags

Hay-Zama Lakes Wildland Park : A wetland of international importance

Description

Hay-Zama Lakes Wildland Park preserves a huge 486-square-kilometre wetland located approximately 120 kilometres west of High Level that is visited by thousands of waterfowl each year. The Hay-Zama... More ≫

Description

Hay-Zama Lakes Wildland Park preserves a huge 486-square-kilometre wetland located approximately 120 kilometres west of High Level that is visited by thousands of waterfowl each year. The Hay-Zama Lakes area has long been recognized by Aboriginal peoples for its natural values, and conservation groups have worked to protect the area's waterfowl habitat since the 1930s. This fact sheet provides information on the history of the area and outdoor recreation areas available to visitors. A map of the park is included.

Tags

William A Switzer provincial park rare lichen survey of proposed maintenance construction areas

Description

A list of lichens that occurred in ten surveyed sites of William A Switzer Provincial Park was compiled and rare lichens that occurred in these sites were assessed following the protocol of ANHIC... More ≫

Description

A list of lichens that occurred in ten surveyed sites of William A Switzer Provincial Park was compiled and rare lichens that occurred in these sites were assessed following the protocol of ANHIC for rare plants. Rare lichens found in the park were: Baeomyces rufus, Collema subflaccidum, Leptogium lichenoides, Physconia perisidiosa, Ramalina dilacerata, R. intermedia and R. sinensis.

Tags

William Watson Lodge : Kananaskis country

Description

William Watson Lodge is situated in Peter Lougheed Provincial Park, overlooking the Lower Kananaskis Lake. When Kananaskis Country was established in 1977, the Government of Alberta announced its... More ≫

Description

William Watson Lodge is situated in Peter Lougheed Provincial Park, overlooking the Lower Kananaskis Lake. When Kananaskis Country was established in 1977, the Government of Alberta announced its intention to develop selected areas within Kananaskis Country as multi-use recreation areas for all Albertans. William Watson Lodge was opened September 22, 1981 by then Premier Peter Lougheed and his wife Jeanne. Jeanne has been accredited with the idea of creating a facility for the disabled in Kananaskis Country. The Lodge has proved to be the most successful facility for persons with disabilities within the Alberta Parks system.

Tags

Fish Creek Provincial Park: William Roper Hull

Description

Provides historical background on William Roper Hull and the legacy he has left in the Calgary and wider Alberta community.

Tags